Colombia is making progress in the integration of renewable energies with 2,051 MW in operation and testing

Colombia continues to consolidate its position as a key player in the energy transition in Latin America.

According to the Mining and Energy Planning Unit (UPME) , the country already has 2,051.34 MW of installed capacity in solar and wind projects in operation and testing , of which 1,917.07 MW are in operation and 134.27 MW are in the testing phase.

This progress reflects the country's commitment to a cleaner and more diversified energy mix , promoting the incorporation of new technologies that guarantee the stability of the electrical grid.

In this context, Colombia joins Brazil and Chile in the implementation of synchronous compensators , an essential technology to improve the efficiency and reliability of the national electricity system.

Adrián Correa, Director of UPME , highlighted this advance as a milestone in the modernization of the network:

"Latin America continues to move towards a more robust and reliable electrical grid.

In our region, only Brazil has synchronous compensators in its electrical system.

Chile has taken the second step, starting its bidding process in 2023.

Now, I am pleased to announce that Colombia is joining this select group of countries with the implementation of synchronous compensators, as part of the ambitious Transmission Mission recently launched by UPME.

This first package of works will include five synchronous compensators in the Caribbean region , which will: Improve the stability of the electrical system; Increase resilience to grid variations; Facilitate the integration of more renewable energy.

According to the latest UPME update, the deployment of projects in operation and testing covers various regions of the country, with a high concentration in the north and center of Colombia .

Among the projects in operation, the following stand out: x Trina - Yata BSL I (19.90 MW) x Sol y Cielo (9.90 MW) x Auto Gunjinas (1.80 MW) x Auto HydroSolar I (2.00 MW)

Meanwhile, initiatives such as the following are in the testing phase: x El Guajaro I (19.99 MW) x Solar Alto de los Llanos I and II (14.90 MW and 17.90 MW) x Dunar 31 (5 MW)

This growth in renewable energy generation and the modernization of the electrical grid with synchronous compensators position Colombia as a benchmark in the region .

Investing in a more robust energy infrastructure will not only reduce dependence on fossil fuels, but also optimize the quality of electricity service nationwide.

With the Transmission Mission , the country marks a turning point in its energy strategy, ensuring an orderly and sustainable transition.

As Correa concludes:

"This is a major step forward for the Colombian energy sector and an example for the entire region."